Dogs need to be licensed by Jan. 31

Thursday

Jan 10, 2013 at 3:15 AM

SANFORD — Dog licenses for 2013 are now available at the city clerk’s office at Sanford City Hall.

Each owner or keeper of a dog that is six months old or older technically has until Jan. 1 of each year to obtain a license. However, owners and keepers have until the end of this month to renew or obtain a dog license before having to pay a late fee.

The owner or keeper must have the following documentation in order to obtain a license: a current rabies vaccination certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian; an accurate description of the dog, including the dog’s name, breed, sex, color and date of birth; and, if applicable, a written statement from the veterinarian that clearly states the dog is neutered or spayed (a rabies certificate that clearly states that will be accepted).

The licensing fee is $11 for unaltered fertile dogs and $6 for a spayed or neutered dog.

Licenses can be obtained in the city clerk’s office during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Owners and keepers also can get a license through the mail by mailing copies of documentation and payment to the City of Sanford to 919 Main Street in Sanford. A tag will be sent in the mail.

Licenses also can be obtained online at www.sanfordmaine.org, now through Jan. 31. Tags will be mailed 7 to 10 days from the date of transaction.

A $25 late fee (on top of the license fee) will go into effect on Feb. 1 for any dogs not licensed for 2013.